World Wildlife Fund (WWF), the world’s leading conservation organization, seeks an intern to work with its Forest Goal Team.

Internship Description: In the past seven years, the rate of FSC certification has either plateaued or declined in Peru, Panama, Colombia, and Bolivia, potentially signaling a sea change in how FSC is perceived and implemented in the region. Many speculate that a number of factors, including limited economic and technical capacity for community landowners, and increasing domestic markets that don’t prioritize FSC products are driving this downward trend. Through a literature review and interviews, researchers will help identify the country-specific and/or regional trends hindering FSC’s growth. This will help in the development of a FSC strategy for the region that recognizes the challenges on the ground.

Minimum Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree required, student pursing a Master’s degree in a related field is preferred, such as conservation biology or natural resource management
• Familiarity with Forest Stewardship Council specifically or forest certification generally is helpful but not required
• Fluency in Spanish would be helpful, but not necessary
• Exception research, analytical, and writing skills
• Strong organization and time management skills
• Commitment of at least 20 hours per week

Location:

Washington, DC

Compensation:

Unpaid. For all unpaid internships, applicants must be enrolled in school and be able to obtain academic course credit from their university.

How to apply: Please submit a resume & cover letter through our Careers page.

https://careers-wwfus.icims.com/jobs/search , IN-16075